Taliban celetrates second anniversary of taking over the government
epa10801334 Taliban's security patrol during a second anniversary of taking over the government in Kandahar, Afghanistan, 15 August 2023. The Taliban's ascent to power on 15 August 2021 has led to the extremist interpretation of Shariah or Islamic law, resulting in a complete reversal of the women's rights ensured in recent years. Meanwhile, the takeover has led to the country being isolated internationally, after the international community turned back on the new Taliban government and imposed sanctions whose burden is being borne by common Afghans. EPA/STR
